The Elfstedentocht is a 125-mile race on the canals of The Netherlands. But the canals must be frozen six inches deep for the race to go forward. It's only been held 15 times, the most recent in 1997. But this year might bring number 16.

Freezing temperatures across Europe continue to wreck havoc with travel schedules, and sporting schedules. But in The Netherlands, where speed-skating is one of the country's most popular sports, 14 below Fahrenheit is a temperature to be welcomed.

Freezing temperatures across Europe continue to wreck havoc with travel schedules, and sporting schedules. But in The Netherlands, where speed-skating is one of the country's most popular sports, 14 below Fahrenheit is a temperature to be welcomed.

The Elfstedentocht is a 125-mile race on the canals of The Netherlands. But the canals must be frozen six inches deep for the race to go forward. It's only been held 15 times, the most recent in 1997. But this year might bring number 16.